VW Goes To 2022 SEMA With Basecamp SUVs, GTI, ID.4s, And A Forgotten WRC Idea

Volkswagen introduced its lineup for SEMA 2022 in Las Vegas, together with two adventurous “Basecamp” ideas based mostly on the Atlas and the Taos SUVs, a trio of ID.4s, a particular Golf GTI full of Oettinger equipment, a one-off Jetta GLI Efficiency, a novel Golf A59 prototype designed for the WRC, and the brand new Golf R that shall be exhibited alongside its R32 predecessor.

Beginning with the Atlas and the Taos, this isn’t the primary time we see “Basecamp” ideas of these fashions as VW offered one thing related within the 2019 version of SEMA.

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The brand new Basecamp Tenting research is predicated on a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas SEL VR6 3.6L 4Motion in contrast to its pre-facelifted predecessor. It options raised suspension with H&R springs, Road Efficiency Journey Raise coilovers, and TRAK+ wheel spacers, mixed with a brand new set of 16-inch fifteen52 Traverse MX wheels shod in A/T tires (245/70R17). The camping-focused package features a roof-mounted basket and aspect awning by Thule, an Air Pump by NSV within the boot so you’ll be able to inflate the double air mattress, some additional lights, Muddybuddy flooring liners, a pill holder, and a fireplace extinguisher.

The Basecamp Lively idea builds on the 2022 VW Taos SEL 4Motion and appears fairly much like the 2019 Taos Basecamp. It rides on the identical 17-inch wheels with the Atlas-based idea with the lifted H&R suspension and loads of VW Equipment. The highlights are the roof-mounted bike rack, the cargo divider carrying Marin bicycles, and the brand new Basecamp livery.

EVs Get Some Love Too

Shifting on, there’s a trio of EVs, all based mostly on the VW ID.4. Probably the most colourful one is the rally-prepped ID.4 that took half within the Rebelle Rally, joined by the ID.4 Equipment Idea and the ID.4 EV Drone Command Idea that was lately introduced as a “Cell Drone Response Automobile” for the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Apparently, Volkswagen didn’t embody the European off-road-prepped ID.4Xtreme idea within the SEMA lineup, though it might be excellent for the position.

The VW ID.4 Equipment idea showcases the non-obligatory elements that may be retrofitted to the EV just like the Thule Canyon Basket, and the Apex XT 9025XT hitch-mounted bike rack. It’s also fitted with 245/60R18 all-terrain tires, spacers, and splash guards for individuals who intend to make use of the EV off the crushed observe. Inside there’s a Full Show Mirror, a particular rear seat cowl, sturdy flooring mats by Monster Mats, a spare tire package, plus a roadside help / first assist package.

VW Golf GTI Enhanced By Oettinger

It was February 2022 when VW introduced a sequence of Oettinger equipment for the Golf GTI and R, and now it brings a full-spec instance to SEMA. This 2022 VW Golf GTI SE with the normal six-speed handbook gearbox is distinguished by the add-ons on the bumpers and rear spoiler, the 20-inch alloy wheels, the paint-to-sample roof field, and the Bumperillo rear bumper safety. It sits nearer to the bottom because of the H&R Road Efficiency coilovers. Stopping energy can be upgraded with 14.6-inch ventilated cross-drilled discs and eight-piston calipers on the entrance. Inside VW added flooring mats by Monster Mats and a heavy-duty trunk liner with CarGo blocks, displaying that this Golf is for individuals who plan on carrying lots of stuff.

The corporate additionally introduced a Jetta GLI Efficiency Idea created by the VW Design Middle in California however didn’t embody any pictures or data so we count on to be taught extra about it tomorrow.

The VW stand can even host two fascinating automobiles from the previous. The 2004 VW Golf R32 sizzling hatch shall be showcased alongside the trendy 2022 VW Golf R celebrating 20 years of the R model. Lastly, the 1993 VW Rallye Golf 3 A59 Prototype developed by Schmidt Motorsport (SMS) is a forgotten feasibility research for the WRC that would result in a homologation particular sizzling hatch, however by no means reached manufacturing.